How to Officiate a Wedding in Platte County, Missouri

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Platte County follows Missouri state marriage law — no waiting period, no registration required, and your FSM ordination is all you need to officiate. This page covers the local details: where to get the marriage license, what it costs, and what to know about doing it here.

Getting the Marriage License

The couple needs to get their marriage license before the wedding. Here’s where to go in Platte County:

Platte County Clerk
415 Third St., Room 035
(816) 858-3326 · www.co.platte.mo.us

Fee $51
Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online application No — apply in person
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Quick Reference

These details come from Missouri state law — see the full Missouri wedding guide for more.

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period None
License valid for 30 days
Witnesses needed 2 witnesses required
Return deadline Within 15 days
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